One-Armed Mamba picked as face of women’s cage league

Kat Tan, a one-armed lady basketball player, was chosen by the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) to become its ambassador and spokesperson in order to inspire more women in sports.

“It’s the ability that matters, not the disability,” the WNBL wrote on its official page.

“Kat is indeed an inspiration! She is a living proof that nothing is impossible indeed to those with self-will,” the post added.

WNBL Executive Vice President Rhose Montreal said Tan is “the perfect choice for the post”.
Tan said, “I may not be a top-ranked player or the best player in my team, but when I play—(it’s) all heart and dedication”

Montreal added, “Your team name speaks of your talent.”

Tan played for team Limitless in the recent WNBL 3×3 Tournament. Her team, which connotes endless possibilities and without borders, was not among the top finishers, but Tan drew the admiration of peers and league officials.

“Sobrang galing,” Montreal described Tan who does not own impressive statistics to reflect an outstanding performance.

Just being there playing with her one shooting arm, competing with able players was enough for Tan to provide inspiration.

Tan admitted she admired the late Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers, so she was nicknamed the One-Armed Mamba. She even met and played with Kobe, the Black Mamba when the NBA superstar visited the Philippines in 2016.

Tan lost her left arm following a carnival ride accident when she was 10 years old. She remained strong as she worked even harder. Basketball became her turf as she made it to the varsity team of her school.
She continued to exude the same confidence in the recent WNBL 3×3.